The Hollow

About this property

West Woodburn 1.6 miles. This tastefully furnished, two bedroom cottage sits in a rural location just a few miles outside the village of West Woodburn, Northumberland. Presented to a lovely standard with off-road parking, an enclosed garden and surrounding rural vistas, The Hollow invites families, couples and two dogs for a special break to Northumberland. After parking up in the off-road area, step through the front door into the lounge, featuring a sofa and an armchair placed in front of the Smart TV and woodburning stove, creating a homely ambiance for unwinding. Delight in home-cooking in the kitchen, making use of the electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and there’s even a washing machine so you can easily freshen up your wardrobe! Enjoy sunny days within the enclosed garden, relaxing at the patio furniture and entertaining into the night, before huddling by the firepit and roasting marshmallows. The bedrooms sit upstairs and offer a king-size and a double arrangement, each with oak furniture and serviced by a gleaming bathroom. Just over a mile away lies The Gun at Ridsdale, a charming 19th-century pub with a light-fare menu and selection of ales. West Woodburn is slightly further afield and provides a village pub and post office, while the nearby historic village of Otterburn, with its stunning views over the North Tyne Valley, is a haven for walkers and cyclists. Further outdoor adventure can be found in the Northumberland National Park, home to Kielder Forest and Water, a great spot for fishing, horse riding and nature watching. Visit Northumberland National Park Dark Skies to see the clear night sky in the stunning country side. One of Britain’s most popular attractions, Hadrian’s Wall, can be reached in half an hours drive, whilst in the other direction and similar distance away lies the city of Newcastle, offering a welcome change of scenery with a range of shops, wining and dining spots, attractions, nightlife and activities to suit for a variety of tastes. Choose The Hollow for a fantastic Northumberland getaway.

The lovely village of West Woodburn lies amidst the deep Rede Valley and was once an important resting point in Roman times for travellers on route to Scotland from York. The village hosts a welcoming pub and a Post Office selling basic supplies, whilst visitors can also explore the remains of one of the outpost forts of Hadrian's Wall that passes nearby. The historic village Otterburn, with its world-famous Woollen Mill and Shop is just a short drive away and is popular with walkers and cyclists alike, whilst the nearby, beautiful Kielder Forest affords fantastic fishing, boating, horse riding and nature watching opportunities. The market town of Hexham is 20 miles away, plus the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne just 35 miles away has the renowned Metro Shopping Centre and excellent night life. This superb location has something to please everyone.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove

Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 3 cars.

Enclosed garden with furniture and fire pit.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 3.2 miles, pub 1.2 miles